The Counting House, Fowey is a characterful three-storey terraced house, once part of a Victorian flour mill, blending period charm with country-style comfort. The first-floor open-plan kitchen, lounge and dining area forms the heart of the home, where a gas-fired wood burner invites cosy evenings after busy days exploring the harbour. The well-appointed kitchen offers everything needed for home-cooked meals, while the dining table provides a sociable spot to share plates, and the adjoining lounge, with comfortable seating, is perfect for relaxing with a book or catching up on your favourite programme.
Step outside onto the enclosed decked area, a sun-trapped spot furnished with garden furniture, ideal for al fresco dining or a glass of something cold as the evening draws in. Two bedrooms sleep up to four guests: a twin room and bathroom with a free-standing bath occupy the ground floor, while a super-king bedroom with en-suite shower room is tucked away on the second floor, offering a peaceful retreat after a day by the water. Public parking can be found within 100 metres at two nearby car parks, where weekly tickets are available for the duration of your stay.
Picture evenings spent on the decked terrace, the scent of salt air drifting up from Fowey's bustling harbour just a hundred metres away. Spend your days pottering around boutique shops, launching a dinghy from Caffa Mill, or following coastal paths that hug the cliffs above the sea. Come dusk, retreat indoors to the glow of the wood burner, the perfect end to a day exploring this captivating corner of Cornwall.
The Counting House, Fowey sits just 100 metres from the harbour's edge, in the heart of this ancient fishing port renowned for its colourful cottages and boutique shops. The MAD Museum, barely 500 metres away, showcases interactive mechanical art and design exhibits guaranteed to engage curious minds of all ages. The Eden Project at Bodelva, an eight-kilometre drive away, invites you to wander through its extraordinary biomes and explore the relationship between people and plants. Bodmin Jail (16 km) offers guided heritage tours and paranormal experiences delving into centuries of Georgian and Victorian crime and punishment, while Trevibban Mill Vineyard in Tredinnick (28 km) provides a picturesque setting for guided tours and wine tastings amid rolling orchards.
Venture further afield and Cornwall and Devon reveal even more treasures. Dartmoor Zoo in Sparkwell (46 km), offers diverse wildlife encounters alongside conservation programmes and family-friendly events. Poldark Mine and The Cornish National Heritage Collection near Trenear (49 km) takes you underground to discover the county's rich mining heritage, while Blue Reef Aquarium in Newquay (51 km) reveals a dazzling array of marine life through its captivating underwater tunnels. Hidden Valley Discovery Park in Tredidon (51 km) rounds things off nicely, a family-friendly puzzle park with interactive trails, a mysterious mansion, and enchanting gardens for a fun-filled day out.
The market town of Liskeard, positioned between Bodmin Moor and the south coast, is just 18 kilometres from the property, offering a historic centre of independent shops and traditional pubs. Truro, Cornwall's county capital, lies a 31-kilometre drive away, where you'll find a wealth of high-street and boutique shopping, excellent restaurants, and the striking Gothic cathedral at its heart.
